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September
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Why Home Is Where the Square Footage Is
Our real estate agents have seen many home trends come and go, but one thing that's always high up on buyers' lists when they're looking at South Bend homes for sale is getting as much square footage as their budget allows. There are lots of reasons buyers are looking for all that extra space, so make sure to highlight all your home has to offer.
- More space for family. One of the biggest reasons people decide to start looking for a house in the first place is because their family is growing. New babies, growing children, and blended families all can mean a need for more space.
- Extra space to work. Before COVID-19, jobs with flex time that allow working from home and freelancing were both on the rise. Now even more people are working from home indefinitely and some households have more than one person working from home. Extra space for computers and a desk that can be closed off from the noise and activity of the rest of the house has become a must-have for many buyers.
- Homeschooling or homework spaces. Having a dedicated space for schoolwork can help keep kids organized, help them concentrate, and stay on the path for success.
- Change of lifestyle. It can happen for any number of reasons, but for those that have gone from barely spending any time at home to spending a lot more time at home, the need for more personal space can become painfully obvious.
- More room for pets. Owning a dog or the desire to own a dog encourages people to buy a home, especially if they are apartment dwellers. It can be difficult to find an apartment that allows dogs and they often charge extra fees. For owners of large breeds, a house with a yard or proximity to outdoor recreation spaces just makes more sense.
- Space for recreational activities. Many people like to work out at home or have hobbies that are better done within a dedicated space. Even just a little extra living space to gather with friends or play games as a family can be extremely useful.
- A bigger kitchen. If this area is where your extra square footage is, you're very lucky! Larger kitchens are always popular with buyers, since many people like to entertain or have family gatherings. A larger kitchen allows the cook to still be part of the party or even allows space for more than one cook.
- More value for their dollar. Getting as much space as possible helps buyers feel like they are getting their money's worth and makes your home look more attractive than the competition.
If your home has that extra square footage buyers are looking for, it's a great time to sell. We can help find the right buyer for your South Bend home and answer any questions you may have. Contact us today to get started.
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